Al-Ain Star Haliru Sarki Arrested at Abuja Airport
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Former Flying Eagles winger Riliwanu Haliru Sarki has been arrested by the Nigeria Police Force at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, over allegations linked to his repeated failure to honour police invitations. The winger, who currently plays for Al Ain FC in the United Arab Emirates, was reportedly apprehended in the […]
Danladi Emerges APC Kwara Governorship Candidate For 2027
By AL-Kadriyar Abdullahi The Speaker of the Kwara State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Saliu Danladi (SYD), has emerged as the governorship candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the 2027 election in Kwara State. Chairman of the Kwara State governorship primary committee and returning officer, Sen. Musiliu Obanikoro, announced the result on Friday […]
India, AU Postpone Summit Over Health Concerns
By Zainab Bakare India and the African Union have postponed the Fourth India–Africa Forum Summit (IAFS IV) earlier scheduled to hold in New Delhi from May 28 to 31, 2026, citing the evolving public health situation affecting parts of Africa. The decision is announced in a joint statement issued on Thursday following consultations between the […]
Nigeria Condoles DR Congo Over Deadly Ebola Outbreak
By Zainab Bakare The Federal Government has extended condolences to the Government and people of the Democratic Republic of the Congo following the deadly outbreak of the Ebola Virus Disease that has reportedly claimed more than 130 lives and infected over 500 persons. In a statement issued by the spokesperson of the Ministry of Foreign […]
AMVCA: Africa’s Biggest Stage for Film, Fashion and Culture
By AL-Kadriyar Abdullahi The Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards has continued to grow beyond a simple award ceremony into one of Africa’s biggest celebrations of creativity, culture, fashion and storytelling. Created to honour excellence in African film and television, the AMVCA has become a powerful platform showcasing the richness of African entertainment to the world. […]
Insurers, Banks, Fintechs Unite to Deepen Insurance Coverage
By Oluwakemi Kindness Insurance operators, banks, fintech companies and regulators have agreed to strengthen collaboration aimed at driving growth, innovation and wider insurance coverage across Nigeria. The resolution was reached at the 21st Insurers Committee Meeting held in Lagos on Thursday, where stakeholders from across the financial services sector identified stronger cross-sector partnerships as key […]
IGP Disu Assures Tight Security Ahead of Ekiti Governorship
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, has assured residents of Ekiti State of adequate security ahead of the forthcoming governorship election, pledging professionalism and impartiality from security operatives throughout the electoral process. Speaking on Thursday at the Election Stakeholders’ Meeting and signing of the Peace Accord in Ado-Ekiti, the police chief disclosed […]
Tinubu Hails NDLEA Over $360m Nigerian-Mexican Drug Cartel
By Oluwakemi Kindness President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has praised the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) for dismantling a major Nigerian-Mexican drug syndicate and uncovering an illicit drug production network valued at over $360 million. The President described the operation as a major breakthrough in Nigeria’s ongoing war against narcotics trafficking and organised crime. The […]
Nigeria to Host ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Qualifiers
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso Nigeria has once again been chosen to host the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Africa Sub-Regional C Qualifiers, marking the second consecutive time the country will stage the tournament. The International Cricket Council confirmed on Wednesday that the competition will take place in Nigeria from October 18 to 25, 2026, as part […]
ASUU Threatens Fresh Showdown With FG
By Zainab Bakare Academic Staff Union of Universities, Nsukka Zone, has warned Nigerians to hold the Federal Government responsible if public universities across the country are shut down again over unresolved welfare and agreement implementation issues. The union issued the warning on Thursday during a press briefing held at the Benue State University campus in […]